2012 Democratic National Convention

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"Glee" actress Amber Riley, left, sings the national anthem at the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C. The Disabled American Veterans Honor Guard, right, presents the colors.

"Glee" actress Amber Riley, left, sings the national anthem at the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C. The Disabled American Veterans Honor Guard, right, presents the colors.